diet & exercise


Q&A: Losing the Underarm Loose Skin

Question by Crbjefmb (Oakdale, CT)
Posted on October 01, 2008

How do I get rid of under arm loose skin? After back surgery I was not mobile for several months. Lifting was not allowed. I can't believe how quickly i… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Cherry Juice as an Anti-Inflammatory

Question by deacon1
Posted on October 01, 2008

Amy can you explain why cherry juice is an anti-inflammatory? Read Full Q&A

Spice Up Your Diet

Article by Amy Bragagnini, MS, RD, CSO
Posted on September 23, 2008

Many people complain to me that only foods that are “bad” for you taste good. I often explain that even foods that are healthy for you can taste great.… Read Full Article

Q&A: Toning Abs

Question by Laura
Posted on September 22, 2008

Abs, abs, abs.........Is it possible to target and tone the abs when you are overweight by 30 pounds or more? Other than your weight, is there anything else that plays… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Carbs Before Workout and Bedtime

Question by laura1414
Posted on September 15, 2008

I always have a meal bar before my workout. I have heard recently that eating a meal bar or any kind of food with high carbs is a no no… Read Full Q&A

Nuclear War Against Nutrients?

Article by healthybalance.com staff
Posted on September 09, 2008

Last week, the Food and Drug Administration told the public that food producers would be allowed to irradiate fresh spinach and lettuce. In theory, exposing these vegetables to radiation… Read Full Article

Grocery Store Tips

Article by Amy Bragagnini, MS, RD, CSO
Posted on September 09, 2008

Healthy eating can be challenging if your kitchen is filled with sinful goodies such as potato chips, cookies, and ice cream. Improve your family’s eating habits by planning ahead… Read Full Article

Q&A: Tightening Up After Losing Weight

Question by Gbm27 (New York)
Posted on September 04, 2008

About 3 years ago I went on diet pills to lose weight, and I was close to 400 lbs. and about 140 lbs when I stopped taking them. My question… Read Full Q&A

Don’t Look a Gift Squash in the Mouth

Article by healthybalance.com staff
Posted on September 03, 2008

If you have a friend with a garden, you may have a zucchini squash taking up a whole shelf of your refrigerator. Don’t look this gift squash in the… Read Full Article

Q&A: Gaining Weight

Question by sfyates (Seattle, WA)
Posted on September 02, 2008

I need more belly fat to be able to inject insulin, How do I gain some fat on my abdomen without getting too heavy? Read Full Q&A